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College of Human Resources and Education

Department of Technology, Learning, and Culture

(Effective January 2012)

CHILD DEVELOPMENT

AND

FAMILY STUDIES

Handbook

2012-2013

This Advising Booklet belongs to

If found, please return to the offices of:

The Program of Child Development and Family Studies

507 Allen Hall, Evansdale Campus

Booklet revised 06/27/2012

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Letter of Welcome with CDFS Program Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Overview: West Virginia University and

The Child Development and Family Studies Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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CDFS Faculty contact information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

CDFS Staff contact information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Essential Information for CDFS Students

Child Development and Family Studies Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2+2 Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Working with the CDFS Academic Advisor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Additional Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Child Development and Family Studies Selection Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Criminal Background Information & Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Students in Pre-K Certification Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

PPST (or Praxis I) and PSSN (or Praxis II 0690). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Graduating from the CDFS Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Career Opportunities with the CDFS B.S. Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Graduate School Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Important websites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Child Development and Family Studies Catalog Course Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Pre-K Certification/ Pre-K-K with Special Needs Endorsement – Option #1 17

Worksheet Curriculum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Tentative Schedule of Courses Through the Senior Year. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Pre-K Certification or Pre-K Non-Certification – Options #2 & #3 19

Tentative Schedule of Courses Through the Senior Year. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Worksheet Curriculum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Suggested Schedule of Courses for the Freshman Year. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Family and Youth Studies 23

Worksheet Curriculum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Worksheet Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Suggested Schedule of Courses for the Freshman Year. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Tentative Schedule of Courses Through the Senior Year. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Academic Minors and Certificate Programs.

Procedures for Declaring and Completing a Minor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Minors You May Want to Consider. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Choosing and Pursuing a Certificate Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Application for the Early Childhood Director’s Credential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Application for the Infant/Toddler Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Undergraduate Certificate in Gerontology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Undergraduate Certificate in Disabilities Studies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Mix Registration Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Student Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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Dear Student:

We are pleased that you have expressed interest in studying Child Development and Family Studies (CDFS) at West Virginia

University. There are four options for study within the CDFS program: (1) Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) with Pre-K-K Special

Needs endorsement (2) Pre-K certification only (3) Pre-K Child Development with no certification and (4) Family and Youth

Studies. The Pre-School Option encompasses the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of young children in

the family and early childhood contexts. The West Virginia University Child Development Laboratory (Nursery School) provides

students with valuable learning experiences as they plan and implement preschool programming. Students in options 1&2 upon

graduation are prepared and may elect to apply to the WV State Department of Education for certification. Students are

encouraged to earn the Early Childhood Education Director’s Credential and the Infant-Toddler Education Certificate.

The Family and Youth Studies option is designed for students with interests in working with children, adolescents, and/or

families. Students in this option may be seeking careers working with these segments of the population in such settings as youth

or family service agencies or as Child Life Specialists in medical settings. This option is also appropriate for students who will

pursue graduate studies in child or human development, family studies, education, developmental psychology, marriage and

family therapy, social work, and related fields.

The CDFS curriculum incorporates the West Virginia University’s General Education curriculum (GEC) that consists of 41 to 43

credits of liberal studies courses. It also includes 33-34 credits of CDFS courses addressing child and adolescent development,

family development and relationships, parenting, and early childhood education. The CDFS courses are supported by a variety of

course requirements offered by other units that further develop the personal and pre-professional skills used when teaching and

guiding the growth and development of young children, older children, adolescents, and families. More details on each area of

emphasis is found in subsequent pages of this Advising Book.

You are encouraged to contact one of the CDFS faculty members between August 16th and May 15th for an appointment to discuss

the program in greater detail. The offices are located in 507 Allen Hall on the Evansdale Campus and the telephone number is

(304) 293-6875. The HRE Advising Office is available to assist you in program planning and course scheduling throughout the

year (Phone: 304-293-2137). You may also contact the CDFS undergraduate coordinator, Ms. Nancy Wolfe-Dilgard, for more

information about undergraduate studies (Phone: 304-293-3344).

Sincerely,

Carol A. Markstrom, Ph.D.

Professor

CDFS Program Chair

506 G Allen Hall

504, 506 and 507 Allen Hall

PO Box 6122

Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution


Educational Psychology, Instructional Design and Technology, and

Child Development and Family Studies Programs

West Virginia University College of Human Resources and Education

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West Virginia University and

The Child Development and Family Studies (CDFS) Program West Virginia University is one of only 43 public universities that serve their states as research and

land-grant institutions. The term ―land grant‖ derives from the Congressional Act of 1862 that gave

federally-owned land to each state, to be sold for funds to begin colleges offering programs in

agriculture and engineering. Since its founding in 1867, WVU has become the center of graduate and

professional education, research, and extension programs in West Virginia. The University provides

high quality programs of instruction, offering nearly 200 degree programs at the undergraduate,

graduate, and first-professional levels.

The University is situated in the Appalachian Mountains, 75 miles south of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

The area is forested and offers many outdoor recreation opportunities. The intellectual, cultural, and

social climate of the University, coupled with the attractive mountain environment, creates a setting for

enjoyable living and study. The main campus is located on the banks of the Monongahela River in

Morgantown, West Virginia, and is linked to its expanded campus environs by the Personal Rapid

Transit system, the most modern transit system in the world.

WVU has in excess of 28,000 students who are pursuing degrees in one of the 13 colleges or schools

that make up the institution. The Program of Child Development and Family Studies is located in The

Department of Technology, Learning, and Culture of the College of Human Resources and Education.

Faculty and Staff in the Child Development and Family Studies Program

Faculty Member: Title: Phone Number Office E-mail

Dr. Carol Markstrom

Professor

Program Chair

(304) 293-3344

506G Allen

Hall

[email protected]

Dr. Bobbie Warash

Professor,

Director, WVU

Child Dev’t

Laboratory

(304) 293-2110

WVU Nursery

School

[email protected]

Dr. Suzanne Hartman

Assistant Professor

(304) 293-3343

507C Allen

Hall

[email protected]

Dr. Kristin Moilanen

Assistant Professor

(304) 293-2061

506B Allen

Hall

[email protected]

Dr. Amy Root

Assistant Professor

(304) 293 0380

506J Allen

Hall

[email protected]

Dr. Jessica Troilo

Assistant Professor

(304) 293-3424

506A Allen

Hall

[email protected]

Ms. Melissa Workman

Nursery School

Teacher

(304) 293-2110

WVU Nursery

School

[email protected]

Ms. Nancy Wolfe-

Dilgard

Undergraduate

Coordinator

(304) 293-3345

507A Allen

Hall

Nancy.Wolfe-

[email protected]

Keri Law

Nursery School

Teacher

(304) 293-2110

WVU Nursery

School

[email protected]

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Staff Member: Title: Phone Office E-mail

Ms. Judy Martin Administrative Secretary (304) 293-6875 507 Allen Hall [email protected]

Ms. Anita Garten Academic Advisor (304) 293-2137 710F Allen Hall [email protected]

Essential Information for Child Development and Family Studies Students

Child Development and Family Studies Options Description

The Child Development and Family Studies program provides students with a choice of four

options of study as shown below. * Pre-Kindergarten will be abbreviated Pre-K from here on.

1. Pre-K/Pre-K-K Special Needs Endorsement Option (H039 & H105)

Test Requirements include:

Passing the PPST- this needs to be taken and passed upon admittance to this option

Passing the Praxis II, (#0690). This must be taken and passed prior to enrolling in Special

Education Student Teaching (SPED 319)

This Pre-K option provides the candidate the opportunity to apply for a certification in Pre-K and

Pre-K Special Needs. Having both certifications will prepare graduates for greater employment

opportunities. Most school systems are required by law to be fully inclusive (preschool classrooms

include children with special needs). The student will have experience and the required courses for

both certifications. Students in this option are encouraged to fulfill the requirements for the Infant

Toddler Education Certificate and the Early Childhood Directors Credential.

Students must purchase LiveText.

2. Pre-K Certification only Option (H039)

Test Requirements include:

Passing the PPST –this needs to be taken and passed upon admittance to this option

Candidates in this option will only be eligible to apply for certification in Pre-K (not Special

Education). Students take the courses required for the Pre-K certification. The 2 plus 2 students may

choose this path because of the time restraints. Students who were in the above option and passed the

PPST but could not complete the requirements for Special Education can transfer into this option if

they meet the qualifications. Students must understand that this option only prepares students for the

Pre-K certification. After graduating in this option students cannot come back to WVU and add the

SPED courses for the above option. They are only offered to students enrolled in the above option.

Students must also fulfill the requirements for the Infant Toddler Education Certificate and are

encouraged to complete the Early Childhood Directors Credential to qualify for additional

employment opportunities.

Students must purchase LiveText.

3. Pre-K/Child Development Non- Certification Option (H025)

No PPST or Praxis test requirements

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Students who do not want to be certified take this option. This option is for students who need the

Child Development background for their career goals but do not need certification. These students

will not be teaching in the Public Schools. Some students study Child Development to pursue

advanced degrees in related fields. Also, students who do not do well on the test requirements for

the above options but who can meet the other requirements often pursue this option, knowing they

will not be eligible for certification. However, the coursework for this option is the same as the

above Pre-K certification option. Students must also fulfill the requirements for the Infant Toddler

Education Certificate and are encouraged to complete the Early Childhood Directors Credential to

qualify for additional employment opportunities.

LiveText is not required because you will not be able to get certified.

Options 1,2 & 3 are best suited for students who are interested in working with young children in

inclusive environments. These options encompass the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical

development of young children in the family and in early childhood contexts. Students use current

recommended curricula for preschoolers and implement other innovative activities with young children

ranging from birth to age 8. In addition, students perform developmental assessments, and interact with

young children in developmentally appropriate ways. Settings for internship experiences include the state

of the art West Virginia University Child Development Laboratory (Nursery School), public school

preschools, and placements in community childcare centers. Students in option 1 are prepared for

certification in Pre-K and Pre-K with Special Needs upon graduation. Employment opportunities for

students, who have completed Pre-K options, are many and varied, but for those who elect to obtain

certification, job opportunities include Universal Pre-K teaching positions with the public schools, working

in childcare centers, preschools, Head Start, and social service agencies. These options also prepare

students for graduate work in child development, early intervention, and related disciplines. Students who

are interested in owning and operating their own nursery schools or child care centers should pursue the

Early Childhood Education Director’s Credential. In order to prepare our students to assume these

responsibilities, students take 10 credit hours of courses required for the CDFS Early Childhood Director’s

Credential. Students should also take the 2 additional courses to receive a Certificate in Infant and Toddler

Education.

CDFS online courses are permitted for Pre-K Options majors with the exception of Research Methods

(CDFS 250) and CDFS 211, 212, 316, 413, 491, and 491A which are to be taken as on campus classes.

Further Requirement for the Pre-K Education Options:

Students must purchase LiveText (for options 1 and 2) The College of Human Resources and Education has implemented the LiveText system

(www.livetext.com) as it’s Student Assessment Management System. LiveText will allow faculty to

evaluate students in key assessment areas and collect data via forms, students to build professional

portfolios for demonstration of competencies throughout their program, and administrators to report

accurate and up-to-date data for the accreditation of HR&E academic programs. Five-year

subscriptions will need to be purchased from the WVU Bookstore in Towers.

4. Family and Youth Studies (H093)

The fourth option for study in CDFS is Family and Youth Studies. This option is best suited for

students who are interested in working with older children, adolescents, and/or families in youth

development or family development programs in community agencies or services. Students interested in

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becoming a Child Life Specialist should select this option. Additionally, this emphasis is appropriate for

students who will pursue graduate studies in human development, family studies, marriage and family

therapy, education, developmental psychology, social work, and related fields. Students in the Family and

Youth Studies emphasis, complete coursework related to family issues, family interaction, human growth

and development, human sexuality, youth concerns, and related topics. All students are required to complete

two internships at community family and/or youth-focused agencies, at the Child Life Program at Ruby

Children’s Hospital or through WVU Extension Services. Students in this option may wish to consider

completing a certificate in Women’s Studies, Disability Studies, or Gerontology or to pursue a minor in

Entrepreneurship, Communication Studies, Sociology and Anthropology, Women’s Studies, or related

areas.

CDFS online courses are permitted for Family and Youth Studies emphasis majors in CDFS with the

exception of Research Methods (CDFS 250) and CDFS 412, 413, 414, 415, and 491a which are to be taken

as on campus classes.

Please refer to the following pages for the list of courses required in each option. Following the

respective option is a page that indicates the courses to take as an incoming freshman as well as a page

tentatively listing courses to be taken during the sophomore, junior, and senior years.

2+2 Program

West Virginia University and Pierpont Community & Technical College (PCTC) currently have an

articulation agreement which permits students who complete their associate’s degree in Early Childhood at

PCTC to transfer those credits towards a bachelor’s degree in CDFS. Through the 2+2 articulation

agreement between WVU and PCTC, students transferring with an associate of Applied Sciences degree in

Early Childhood from PCTC are automatically entered into the CDFS Pre-K certification program at WVU

(given they meet the college’s requirements for admissions and currently have a 2.5 GPA). Once enrolled at

WVU, fulltime students complete the course of study at WVU for their bachelor’s of science in CDFS in 2-

to 2 ½- years. For more information please e-mail Nancy Wolfe-Dilgard at

[email protected]

Working with the CDFS Academic Advisor

As a new incoming freshman student, you are assigned to the CDFS academic advisor. You may

also enter the CDFS program as a transfer student, but you must have a minimum cumulative grade-

point average (GPA) of 2.5 to enter the program and remain in the program. Students transferring from

other institutions must apply in advance with the WVU Office of Admissions (304-293-2124) to determine

which courses taken at other institutions will be given full credit at WVU. Students transferring from within

WVU, need to go to their current advising center and request a transfer to the College of Human Resources

and Education, Department of Technology, Learning, and Culture—Program of Child Development and

Family Studies. Usually, you may hand-carry your file to the office of the CDFS program secretary, Judy

Martin in 507 Allen Hall.

Anita Garten is the academic advisor for CDFS and is located in 710F Allen Hall. She is here to

provide guidance as you progress through your program. At a minimum, you should contact Ms. Garten

for advice and consent prior to course registration for each semester and summer session. You should also

check with her when you are having academic difficulty with any course and prior to dropping a course.

mailto:[email protected]

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The office of Admissions sets the timeline for registration that usually begins about mid-semester.

Registration for summer courses, ideally, is done during the spring semester. The order of priority for

registration, with two days allotted for each group, is as follows: 1) graduate students and students with

special needs (athletes and those working with the disabilities services), 2) seniors, 3) juniors, 4)

sophomores, and 5) freshmen. To determine your class standing for registration purposes, you always add

the number of credits that you are currently taking to those that you have completed. Seniors must have 89+

credits, juniors, 59 to 88 credits; sophomores, 29 to 58 credits; and freshmen, 0 to 28 credits.

Keep the academic advisor informed of all changes that will impact your academic progress.

You are the one responsible for:

Taking the courses recommended by the CDFS advisor

Keeping your academic records in order

Progressing through your program of study in a timely manner

Please, do not wait until the last week of the semester or final exam week to deal with routine

advising concerns. This is a very busy time for the CDFS advisor just as it is a busy time for you.

Faculty Mentors

In addition to an academic advisor each CDFS major will be assigned a CDFS faculty mentor. Your

faculty mentor is available to meet with you on various non-academic advising aspects of your educational

experience, such as career advisement, preparation for graduation school, personal issues or concerns, and

other areas. Do take the time to get to know your faculty mentor and let her get to know you.

Requirements

Prior to registering for courses which will involve working directly with young children or

adolescents, you need to be tested for TB and have a background check. We recommend that you get

tested between your freshman and sophomore year so you are clear to do the practicum associated with

CDFS 211 and CDFS 316. Check out your options of where to get tested, which may include your personal

physician, the WVU Student Health Service, your local County Health Department or the Monongalia

County Health Department here in Morgantown.

You must present your TB test results card to the CDFS Secretary (Judy Martin) in 507 Allen

Hall so that a copy can be made for your academic file prior to registering to take CDFS 211 and 316, or

any other course where you will be working directly with children or adolescents.

Upon acceptance as a CDFS Major in one of the Pre-K programs, students must pass the Praxis I.

Prior to taking SPED 319 students must pass Praxis II.

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Child Development and Family Studies Selection Agreement

I, _______ (student’s name) ______________________have received and reviewed the

Information regarding the following (4) Options in the CDFS Program: 1) Pre-K / with Pre-K-K Special

Needs endorsement, 2) Pre-K Certification only, 3) Pre- K- Child Development (No Certification), and 4)

Family and Youth. These are the 4 options that can be completed through the Child Development and

Family Studies Bachelor of Science program at WVU. I have reviewed the required course work in each of

the 4 options. I am entering the following CDFS options:

1_____ Pre K Certification/ Pre-K-K Special Needs Endorsement (codes H039 & H105)

2_____ Pre K Certification only (code H039)

3_____ Pre K-Child development (No certification) (code H025)

4_____ Family and Youth (code H093)

(Initial one of the above options)

I understand that changing options may increase the length of time needed to complete my Bachelor’s

program. I also understand I need to meet the following requirements of my option. (Initial the ones

required for your option area.)

TB Test: _________ (All students) prior to placements.

Background Check: ___________ (All Students) prior to placements.

PPST: _________ both certification options must take upon entering the program.

Purchase of LiveText: ______Both certification options must purchase.

PRAXIS II Pre-School Special Needs: ________ (PreK/ PreK-K Special Needs option) must be taken prior

to SPED 319

Signed: _____________________________________________ Date: ______________

Academic Advisor: _____________________________________ Date: ________________

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Criminal Background Information & Procedure

The College of Human Resources and Education (HRE) has developed procedures for assisting our

candidates in securing a criminal background screening that is often required by WV public schools and

other agencies. All students with a clinical or field-based experience in their programs of study should

secure a copy of the HRE Criminal Background Information & Procedure from the HRE home page,

http://www.hre.wvu.edu/. There are many third-party vendors for providing the criminal background

screening. One such vendor is CertifiedBackground.com. Materials related to purchasing a screening from

CertifiedBackground.com are also located on the HR&E home page as a link. Other vendors for this

screening include the West Virginia State Police, 304-285-3200, 3453 Monongahela Blvd., Morgantown,

WV 26505-3044.

Curriculum

Students must earn the minimum of a ―C‖ in every course with the designation of CDFS or take the

course over again until a ―C‖ or better is obtained. Credits for a CDFS course with a ―D‖ will not be

counted toward the 129 credits needed for graduation. You must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00

in order to graduate from WVU. However, to remain in CDFS as a student, your GPA must remain 2.5 or

higher. A student will be subject to academic probation and potentially suspension from CDFS if his/her

cumulative GPA drops below 2.5.

Courses are generally taken in the following sequence: 100 – level freshman year, 200 – level

sophomore year, 300 – level junior year, and 400 – level senior year. Course content is also sequenced to

provide background on which to build as a student progresses. For instance, CDFS 212 should be taken

before or concurrent with CDFS 316 which must be taken before CDFS 491. CDFS 211 must be taken

before the Infant/ Toddler Internship CDFS 491A. Certain courses are offered on campus only during the

fall semester: CDFS 412, and CDFS 415. Other courses are offered on campus only during the spring

semester: CDFS 413, and CDFS 414. If not listed here, the other CDFS courses are offered during both the

fall and spring semesters. Transfer students into CDFS should anticipate spending additional semesters at

WVU to complete the program requirements.

Students in Pre-K Certification Options:

For students in Options 1 or 2, the program of study encompasses all of the course work, practicum,

and internships that are required for certification. If you want to be certified by the WV Department of

Education, you must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5. You also must pass the PRAXIS Pre-Professional

Skills Tests (PPST) in Reading, Writing, and Math prior to your internships. You may get further

information and register for these tests on-line at www.ets.org/praxis. For Option 1 you must also pass the

Praxis II (#0690) prior to SPED 319 to complete the course. The code numbers that you will need to enter

when registering are 8480 for the WV Department of Education and 5904 for WVU. You also must upload

specific materials of CDFS 110, 212, 316, 413, 491, and 491A to LiveText.

You are encouraged to work toward becoming certified. There are reciprocal certification

agreements in place with other states so that your certification from WV will have value in other states as

you are seeking employment. To apply for certification, go to the Center for Student Advising & Records

in the College of Human Resources and Education about three months before you graduate and request a

certification packet which will have the Fingerprint Card. The background check associated with your

fingerprint check is good for only a period of three months. So, ensure that your application for

certification can be completed within that three-month time frame.

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The certification officer, Mike Sekula, in the Center for Student Advising and Records in the

College of Human Resources and Education, located in room 710G Allen Hall, can be of assistance to you if

you have certification questions. (304) 293-3983 or [email protected]

(PPST) PRE PROFESSIONAL SKILLS TEST or PRAXIS I

& (PSSN) PRESCHOOL SPECIAL NEEDS or PRAXIS II #0690

The PPST is available at the Prometric Testing Center located at 6 Riddle Court, Pineview Drive in

Morgantown.Their local phone number is: 304-293-0699, or long distance: 800-967-1100. The latest

information regarding all three parts (math, reading, and writing) can be accessed through the Prometric

Testing Center. Passing scores for West Virginia certification are: 172 for writing and math, and 174 for

reading. The test is offered computer-based at the center. The paper copy test is available through the

Educational Testing Service (ETS) which is offered on campus. Check the website for the testing schedule

at www.ets.org .

The PSSN PRAXIS II #0690 is available at Concord University, WV Wesleyan, University of

Charleston, Marshall University and West Virginia University. The passing score for WV is 550.

Graduating from the CDFS Program

At the beginning of the summer session or about 4 weeks after the start of the fall or spring

semester in which you plan to graduate, you are to see CDFS advisor, Anita Garten in 710F Allen Hall to

complete an application for graduation. You will receive further information on your celebration

options: May Graduation or December Convocation at the appropriate time. August graduates may

participate in the May graduation. Both December and August graduates will receive their diplomas by

mail after they are officially cleared for graduation. You will need to wear a blue cap and gown and maroon

tassel from the bookstore for either events. Both events are open to everyone without ticketing.

Career Opportunities with the CDFS B.S. Degree

CDFS graduates with the Pre-K/Pre-K-K Special Needs option usually work as preschool teachers in

the public school or Universal Pre-K classrooms. Graduates in all options also work as assistant directors

and directors in a variety of settings including child care centers, Head Start programs, nursery schools, and

social service agencies. They also may work with parents and families in educational settings. Graduates

with the Family and Youth Studies option may work in community agencies or services for youth

development such as the Boys and Girls Club, Extension Services, Child Life Specialists, Adolescent

Prevention Programs, Day Report Centers, Family Agencies or the Family Resources Network. Salary is

dependent on the qualifications of the graduate, the structure of the organization, the source of funding, and

the geographic location of the employer. The CDFS graduate is also provided with a foundation for

graduate work in a variety of social science, education, and related disciplines.

Graduate School Opportunities

The CDFS program also offers a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree as part of the Educational Psychology

graduate program in the Department of Technology, Learning, and Culture. This program requires students

to complete and defend a research thesis as a requirement for graduation. Students considering graduate

school should maintain a 3.0 or higher undergraduate GPA and should speak to their faculty mentor

about graduate education.

mailto:[email protected]://www.ets.org/

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Students are evaluated for acceptance into the CDFS M.A. program based on four criteria: GRE

scores, undergraduate GPA, a written essay, and three letters of recommendation. The priority deadline for

application for the fall semester for students interested in applying for graduate assistantships is February 1

of the previous spring. The final deadline for application for fall semester graduate study is April 30. The

deadline for application for spring semester graduate study is November 30. Applications for graduate

admissions can be obtained from Judy Martin in 507 Allen Hall. Students will also find the Bachelor’s

degree in CDFS is an appropriate preparation for graduate study in related programs, such as: special

education--early intervention, marriage and family therapy, counseling and guidance, social work, and

public administration.

**The Educational Psychology program now offers an Interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Education with a

Human Development and Family Studies emphasis. The primary objective of the HDFS emphasis is to

prepare students who have both breadth and depth of knowledge in education and who will conduct original

research and contribute to the knowledge in the discipline. Students may apply for the HRE

Interdisciplinary Ph.D. HDFS emphasis from either the Bachelor‖s or Master’s level. For information about

the Ph.D. program contact: Dr. Carol Markstrom at [email protected] .

Important Websites

Office of the Provost-Information on Minors - http://provost.wvu.edu/r/download/103214

General Education Curriculum - http://registrar.wvu.edu/current_students/general_education_curriculum

Course Catalogs - http://coursecatalog.wvu.edu/

mailto:[email protected]://provost.wvu.edu/r/download/103214http://registrar.wvu.edu/current_students/general_education_curriculumhttp://coursecatalog.wvu.edu/

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Child Development and Family Studies (CDFS) Course Descriptions

Key: I = Fall II = Spring S = Summer

101. Introduction to Child Development and Family Studies. I, 1hr. Meets the requirements for a

First Year Seminar in a departmental course. Prepares Freshman and Transfer students in

University systems, Core objectives, and understanding the department of CDFS. Develops a

better understanding of the learning process, critical thinking, and basic academic and

personal ―survival skills‖.

110. Families Across the Life-Span. I, II. 3 hr. Explores the physical, psychological, and cognitive

developmental changes of individuals who are functioning in family systems that change across

the life-span.

112. Introduction to Marriage and Family. I, II. 3 hr. Explores various dimensions of self-

development and personal preference relevant to dating, mate selection, marriage, having

children, parenting, divorce, and remarriage.

210. Introduction to Parenting. II. 3 hr. Introduction of terminology, descriptions, and

explanations of the parental role and parent-child interactions. Emphasis on social and personal

definitions of the parental role and on the problems and changes in parent-child relationships.

211. Infant Development. I. 4 hr. PR: CDFS 110. Developmental characteristics and environmental

effects on the child during the prenatal period and the first two years with implications for

guidance and care, includes practical experience working with infants and toddlers.

212. Early Childhood Development. I, II, S. 3 hr. PR: CDFS 110. Physical, social, emotional, and

cognitive development of children from conception to seven years with implications for

guidance and care in practical settings.

250. Research Methods. I, II. 3 hr. Overview of principles and methods of CDFS research;

developmental research challenges and strategies; descriptive statistics and statistical inference

(hypothesis testing).

316. Child Development Practicum. I, II. 3-4 hr. PR: CDFS 212 or PSYC 241. Application of

child development principles. Involves planning developmentally appropriate activities for

three, four, and five-year-old children at the West Virginia University Child Development

Laboratory.

317. Hospital Child Life Practicum. 3 Hr. PR: CDFS 110, CDFS 212. Application of

development principles to children in the hospital. Assignments involve learning intervention

techniques to minimize hospital-generated stress and enhance normal development and family

experience.

412. Adolescent Development. I. 3 hr. PR: Senior or Graduate standing and CDFS 110. The

adolescent in contemporary American culture, including normative physical, social, and

personality development; relationships within various typical social settings. (e.g., family,

school, community, peer group.)

413. Contemporary Issues in Family Relations. II. 3 hr. PR: Senior or Graduate standing or

Consent. Study of recent research findings in the major areas of family relationships. Topics

include effects of family violence, substance abuse, poverty, and health. Pre-requisite(s) and/ or

co-requisite(s) may differ on regional campuses.

414. Adolescent Problems/disorders. I. web 3 hr. PR: Senior or Graduate standing or Consent.

Focuses on non-normative aspects of adolescent development including social, behavior,

emotional, and psychological problems. Prevention and intervention strategies are examined.

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415. Family Interaction and Communication. I. 3 hr. PR: Senior or Graduate standing or Consent.

The family as a social group; processes related to well-being for a variety of family

relationships. This class fulfills the Capstone Experience for Family and Youth Majors.

420. The Art of Leadership in Early Childhood. 3 hr. S-web. The course will prepare students to

gain effective leadership skills in early childhood settings, advocate for children, families and

develop collaborative partnerships.

421. Developing and Administering a Child Care Center. 3hr. S-web. Focuses on skills necessary

for directing a high quality child care center. Participants will gain knowledge in program

planning, development, and maintenance.

422. The Business of Child Care. 3hr. S-web. This course is designed to provide essential business

and management lessons in operating a high quality early child care center.

423. Grant Writing. 1hr. S-web. Provides the opportunity to prepare a grant application.

430. Best Practices in Pre-K Movement. 3hr. S-web This course is designed to assist teachers

with planning appropriate movement activities for young children.

431. Infant Literacy and Language Development. II, 3 hr. PR: CDFS 110, CDFS 211. S web.

This is an advanced course in infant and toddler language and literacy development. There will

be a focus on the development of language and literacy within the home and childcare centers.

Students develop activities that promote infant language and literacy development.

432. Early Socio-Emotional Growth and Development I, S web. 3 hr. PR: CDFS 110, CDFS 211.

This is an advanced course in infant and toddler social and emotional development. There will

be a focus on the development of emotion and relationships with caregivers and peers.

Students will develop activities that promote infant socio-emotional well being.

490. Teaching Practicum. I, II, S. 1-3 hr. PR: Consent. Teaching practice as a tutor or assistant.

491. Professional Field Experience. I, II, S. 1-18 hr. PR: Consent. (May be repeated up to a

maximum of 18 hours.) Prearranged experiential learning program, to be planned, supervised,

and evaluated for credit by faculty and field supervisors. Involves temporary placement with

public or private enterprise for professional competence development.

493. Special Topics. I, II, S. 1-6 hr. PR: Consent. Investigation of topics not covered in regularly

scheduled courses.

493. Special Topics-Research Methods. I. web 3 hr. PR: Consent.

494. Seminar. I, II, S. 1-3 hr. PR: Consent. Presentation and discussion of topics of mutual concern

to students and faculty.

496. Senior Thesis. I, II, S. 1-3 hr. PR: Consent.

498. Honors. I, II, S. 1-3 hr. PR: Students in Honors Program and Consent by the Honors director.

Independent reading, study, or research

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Option # 1 CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY STUDIES (4562)

PRE-KINDERGARTEN CERTIFICATION (H039)

WITH ADDITIONAL ENDORSEMENT IN SPECIAL NEEDS PRE-K-K (H105) 1/12/12

Department of Technology, Learning, & Culture /College of Human Resources & Education YOU MUST: 1) have a total GPA of 2.5 to transfer into the CDFS program; 2) present a current TB test result card to the secretary in 507

Allen Hall to copy prior to registering for CDFS 211, 316 or 491; 3) earn a ―C‖ or better in all CDFS courses; 4) pass PRAXIS I & II PPST 5) earn

a total GPA of 2.5 or better; 6) apply for graduation; 7) apply for certification in Pre-School Education, if desired.

Name: Date enrolled in WVU: in CDFS:

WVU GENERAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM

REQUIREMENTS General guidelines: Total 41-43 Credits 1) Take no more than 2 courses (6-8 cr) in one discipline.

2) No course may be used to fill more than one GEC

Objective. But the same course may be listed under two

objectives.Refer to the printed Schedule for a complete listings

Objective 1: Communication Total (6 cr)

ENGL 101 Composition & Rhetoric . . . . . (3) ___ ___


Objective 2: Basic Math/Scientific Inquiry Total (13-14 cr)

Gr. A MATH 121 - Math Concepts or higher (3) ___ ___

Gr. B BIOL & Lab,CHEM & Lab,GEOL& Lab (4) ___ ___

And one more Gr. B science course (Biol,Chem,Geog,Geol)

(3-4) ___ ___

Remaining Course

CDFS 250 Research Methods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

Objective 3: The Past and Its Traditions Total (3 cr)

Suggestions: ART 101, HIST 101,102,152, 153,

PHIL 140,POLS 102, 210, 220, RELG 102,THET 101

(3) ___ ___

Objective 4: Issues in Contemporary Society Total (3 cr)

CDFS 110 Fam Across Life Span(recommended)(3) ___ ___

HN&F 171 Human Nutrition (3) ___ ___

Objective 5: Artistic Expression Total (3 cr)

Suggestions: ART 101, ENGL 131, 132, 232, 233, 234,

HUM 101, 102, THET 101, 102,WMST 225

(3) ___ ___

Objective 6: The Individual in Society Total (4 cr)

CDFS 101 Intro to Child Dev & Fam Stud . . . . . (1) ___ ___

SPED 304 Spec Educ in Contemporary Society (3) ___ ___

Objective 7: American Culture Total (3 cr)

SOCA 101 Intro to Sociology . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

CDFS 112 Intro to Marriage & Family . . . . (3) ___ ___

Objective 8: Western Culture Total (3 cr)

Suggestions: COMM 316, GEOG 102, 108, HIST 101,102,

HUM 101, 102, SOCA 105

(3) ___ ___

Objective 9: Non-Western Culture Total (3 cr)

Suggestions: COMM 316, GEOG 102, JRL 101, NAS 200,

RELG 102, SOCA 105,SPAN 101,WMST 215, 245

(3) ___ ___

Minimum. Total Credits Required for Graduation 129

CHILD DEVELOPMENT & FAMILY STUDIES

REQUIREMENTS S=Spring SS=Summer F=Fall B=Both S and F

Total 34 Credits CDFS 110 Fam Across Life Span (GEC 4) SSB (3) ___ ___

CDFS 112 Intro to Marriage & Family . . . . SSB (3) ___ ___

CDFS 210 Intro to Parenting . . . . . . . . . . . . SSB (3) ___ ___

CDFS 211 Infant Dev (take before 491A.) . . . . B (4) ___ ___

CDFS 212 Early Childhood Development. . . SSB (3) ___ ___

CDFS 316 Nursery Schl Prac (take before 491) B (3) ___ ___

CDFS 413 Contemp Issues in Fam Relation. . . . S (3) ___ ___

CDFS 431 Infant Toddler Literacy SSS OR

CDFS 432 Infant Toddler Socio-Emotion FSS (3) ___ ___

Total (22 cr)

INTERNSHIPS: Signatures required - Take to A&R

CDFS 491 Nursery School ………………… SSB (3) ___ ___

(take CDFS 316 before taking 491)

CDFS 491A Infant/Toddler in Community . . .SSB (3) ___ ___

(take CDFS 211 before taking 491A)

SPED 319 Internship: Preschool Special Needs B (6) ___ ___

(Must have Praxi II) Total (12 cr)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Total 38Credits CHPR 172 First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B (2) ___ ___

EDUC 200 W. Professional Inquiry in Educ. . . S (3) ___ ___

RDNG 381 SPTP: Litrcy Young Children . . . . S (3) ___ ___

CDFS 430 Best Practices -Pre-K Movement …SSB (3) ___ ___

SPED 311 Developmental Assessment for Young Children

with Special Needs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S (3) ___ ___

SPED 312 Diff Instr: Spec.Educ. (Spec Section) S (3) ___ ___

SPED 314 Center-Based Prog for E. Intervention F (3) ___ ___

SPED 315 Home-Based Prog for E. Intervention S (3) ___ ___

SPED 316 Behavior Supports for Young Children

with Special Needs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F (3) ___ ___

SPED 317 Technology for Young Children. . . . . S (3) ___ ___

C & I 410 Early Childhd Educ I (Curric) . . BSS (3) ___ ___

C & I 411 Early Childhd Educ II (Admin). . BSS (3) ___ ___

C & I 414 Creative Exper in Classrooms… S (3) ___ ___

or Art 103 Materials & Procedures. . . . . .

or Music 182

The Business of Child Care & Education Total 6 Credits

Choose a (minimum of 2 courses) consider taking 2 or more

courses that constitute the Director’s Credential curriculum.

Director’s Credential

CDFS 420 (SS web) Art & Leadership in ECHE (3) ___ ___

CDFS 421 (SS web) Dev&Admin a Ch Care Ctr (3) ___ ___

CDFS 422 (SS web) Business of Child Care or… (3) ___ ___

CDFS 423 (SS web) Grant Writing. . . . . . . . . . (1) ___ ___

OR (not included in Director‖s Credential Curr)

BUSA 320(F)(SS campus or web) Survey of Mang (3) ___ ___

BUSA 330(S)(SS campus or web)Survey of Mktg… (3) ___ ___

Electives Aprox. 12-15Credits

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Option # 1 CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY STUDIES (4562)


WITH ADDITIONAL ENDORSEMENT IN SPECIAL NEEDS PRE-K-K (H105) Tentative Schedule of Courses Through the Senior Year

General Education Curriculum (GEC) Between 41 and 43 credits required

First Year Second Year Courses Credits Courses Credits

ENGL 101

Obj 1

3

Another Gr B SCIENCE

Obj 2

3

ENGL 102 Obj 1 3 CDFS 250 Obj 2 3

MATH 121 Obj 2 3 CDFS 211 (B) 4

SCIENCE w/LAB Obj 2 4 CDFS 210 (B) 3

CDFS 110 Obj 4 3 CDFS 212 (B) 3

CDFS 101 Obj 6 1 CDFS 430 (B) web 3

SOCA 101 Obj 7 3 EDUC 200 (Writing course) (S) 3

CDFS 112

CHPR 172

Elective

3

2

2

SPED 304 (B)

SPED 311(S)

SPED 312 (S)

3

3

3

Courses to fill 1 of these 4 objectives:

3,5,8, or 9

3

SPED 317(F) 3

Total 30 Total 34

Third Year Fall Third Year Spring Courses Credits Courses Credits

CDFS 316 or one of these:

(C&I 414 or Art 103 or Music 182)

3

C&I 414 or Art 103 or Music 182 or

(CDFS 316)

3

CDFS 491A 3 RDNG 381 (or 493A) 3

C&I 410 & C&I 411 6 SPED 316 3

SPED 314 3 SPED 315 3

CDFS 422 (SS only) or BUSA Course 3 CDFS 422 (SS only)or BUSA Course 3

Course to fulfill remaining Obj 3

Total 18 Total 18

Fourth Year Fall Fourth Year Spring Courses Credits Courses Credits

Elective 3

CDFS 491 (Nursery School Capstone) or

SPED 319 Internship

3

CDFS 413

CDFS 431

3

3

Elective

CDFS 432

3

3

CDFS 491 (Nursery School Capstone) or

SPED 319 Internship

3

Elective 3 Elective 3


Total 18 Total 15

*Director’s Credential are all online Summer courses

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Options #2 and #3 CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY STUDIES (4562)


OR PRE-K /CHILD DEVELOPMENT (Non-certified) (H025) 1/12/12 Department of Technology, Learning, & Culture /College of Human Resources & Education

YOU MUST: 1) have a total GPA of 2.5 to transfer into the CDFS program; 2) present a current TB test result card to your advisor to copy

prior to registering for CDFS 211, 316 or 491; 3) earn a ―C‖ or better in all CDFS courses; 4) pass PRAXIS I PPST to be certified 5) earn a total

GPA of 2.5 or better to be certified; 6) apply for graduation; 7) apply for certification in Pre-School Education, if desired.

Name: Date enrolled in WVU: in CDFS:

WVU GENERAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM

REQUIREMENTS

General guidelines: Total 41-43 Credits

1) Take no more than 2 courses (6-8 cr) in one discipline.









Gr. B BIOL & Lab,CHEM & Lab,GEOL& Lab (4) ___ ___

And one more Gr. B science course (Biol,Chem,Geog,Geol)

(3-4) ___ ___

Remaining Course

STAT 111 Understanding Statistics. . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___



PHIL 140,POLS 102, 210, 220, RELG 102,THET 101

(3) ___ ___


CDFS 110 Fam Across Life Span (recommended) (3) ___ ___

HN&F 171 Human Nutrition (3) ___ ___



HUM 101, 102, THET 101, 102,WMST 225

(3) ___ ___


CDFS 101 Intro to Child Dev & Fam Studies . . . (1) ___ ___

SPED 304 Spec Educ in Contemporary Society (3) ___ ___

Objective 7: American Culture Total (3 cr)

SOCA 101 Intro to Sociology . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___ CDFS 112 Intro to Marriage & Family . . . . (3) ___ ___



HUM 101, 102, SOCA 105

(3) ___ ___



RELG 102, SOCA 105,SPAN 101,WMST 215, 245

(3) ___ ___


CHILD DEVELOPMENT & FAMILY STUDIES

REQUIREMENTS

S=Spring SS=Summer F=Fall B=Both S and F

Total 34 Credits

CDFS 110 Fam Across Life Span (GEC 4 ) SSB (3) ___ ___

CDFS 112 Intro to Marriage & Family . . . . SSB (3) ___ ___

CDFS 210 Intro to Parenting . . . . . . . . . . . . SS B (3) ___ ___

CDFS 211 Infant Development (take before 491A)B (4) ___ ___

CDFS 212 Early Childhood Development. . . . .B (3) ___ ___

CDFS 316 NurserySchlPracticum(take before 491) B(3) ___ ___

CDFS 413 Contemp Issues in Fam Relation .SSS (3) ___ ___

CDFS 431 Infant Toddler Literacy. . . . . . . . . .SS (3) ___ ___

CDFS 432 Infant Toddler Socio-Emotion FS (3) ___ ___

Total (28cr)


CDFS 491 Nursery School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SSB (3) ___ ___

(take CDFS 316 before taking 491)

CDFS 491A Infant/Toddler in Community . . . . . (3) ___ ___

(take CDFS 211 before taking 491A)

Total (6cr)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Total 26Credits

CHPR 172 First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B (2) ___ ___

EDUC 200 W. Professional Inquiry in Educ. . S (3) ___ ___

RDNG 381 SPTP: Litrcy Young Children . . . . S (3) ___ ___

CDFS 430 Best Practices -Pre-K Movement SSB 3) ___ ___

SPED 312 Diff Instr: Spec.Educ.(Spec Section) S (3) ___ ___

SPED 317 Technology for Young Children. . . . . S(3) ___ ___

C & I 410 Early Childhd Educ I (Curric) . . BSS(3) ___ ___

C & I 411 Early Childhd Educ II (Admin). . BSS(3) ___ ___

C & I 414 Creative Exper in Classrooms… S (3) ___ ___

or Art 103 Materials & Procedures. . . . . .

or Music 182

The Business of Child Care & Education Total 6 Credits

Choose a (minimum of 2 courses) or consider taking 2 or

more courses that constitute the Director’s Credential

curriculum.


CDFS 420 (SS web) Art & Leadership in ECHE (3) ___ ___

CDFS 421 (SS web) Dev&Admin a Ch Care Ctr (3) ___ ___

CDFS 422 (SS web) Business of Child Care or… (3) ___ ___

CDFS 423 (SS web) Grant Writing. . . . . . . . . . (1) ___ ___

OR

BUSA 320(F)(SS campus or web) Survey of Mang (3) ___ ___

BUSA 330(S)(SS campus or web)Survey of Mktg… (3) ___ ___

Or ENTR 335. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

Electives Aprox. 15-19Credits

See back side of this form Needed

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Options #2 and #3

CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY STUDIES (4562)


OR PRE-K /CHILD DEVELOPMENT (Non-certified) (H025) Tentative Schedule of Courses Through the Senior Year


First Year Second Year Courses Credits Courses Credits

ENGL 101

Obj 1

3

Another Gr B SCIENCE

Obj 2

3

ENGL 102 Obj 1 3 CDFS 250 Obj 2 3

MATH 121 Obj 2 3 CDFS 211 (F) 4

SCIENCE w/LAB Obj 2 4 CDFS 210 (S) 3

CDFS 110 Obj 4 3 CDFS 212 3

CDFS 101 Obj 6 1 CDFS 430 3

SOCA 101 Obj 7 3 CHPR 172 2

CDFS 112

CHPR 172

Elective

3

2

2

EDUC 200 (Writing course)

SPED 304 (B)

SPED 312

3

3

3

Courses to fill 2 of these 4 objectives:

3,5,8, or 9

3

Elective (course to fulfill one of 2 remaining

objectives)

3

Total 30 Total 33

Third Year Fall Third Year Spring Courses Credits Courses Credits


(C&I 414 or Art 103)

3


(C&I 414 or Art 103or Music 182)

3

CDFS 491A 3 RDNG 381 (or RDNG 493A) 3

C&I 410, 411 6 SPED 317 (F) 3

CDFS 422 or BUSA Course 3 CDFS 422 or BUSA Course 3

Elective or Course to fulfill

remaining Obj

3

Elective or Course to fulfill remaining

Obj

3

Total 18 Total 15

Fourth Year Fall Fourth Year Spring Courses Credits Courses Credits

Elective 3 CDFS 413 3

CDFS 491 (Nursery School Capstone)

or Elective

3

CDFS 431 3

Elective

CDFS 432

3

3

CDFS 491 (Nursery School Capstone)

or Elective

3



Total 18 Total 15

*Director’s Credential are all online Summer courses

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Curriculum Requirements Worksheet

When choosing electives, you may choose them randomly or work toward a minor or a certificate. Turn in

your ―Advising Booklet‖ to the section on minors and certificate programs for further information.

ELECTIVES APPROX 12-15 CREDITS

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

A list of random courses that may be used as electives

BIOL 122 Human Sexuality

(3) ___ ___

MDS 103 Intro to Lib Research

(1) ___ ___

CHPR 170 Health of the Individual (3) ___ ___ MDS 212 Intro to Gerontology (3) ___ ___

COMM 100 & 102 (minor) (3) ___ ___ PE Wide variety of Phys Ed offerings (1) ___ ___

COMM 122 Hum Comm-Cont Soc (3) ___ ___ READ 403 Literature for Children (3) ___ ___

COMM 212 Gender and Comm (3) ___ ___ SPA 270 Public Speaking (3) ___ ___

CS 101 Computer Applications (4) ___ ___ SPA 278 Communication Disorders (3) ___ ___

ENGL 405 Fiction for Adolescents

(3) ___ ___ THET 102 Acting (3) ___ ___

Summer School Courses

In addition to a variety of general University courses that are available either on campus or online during

the summer, there are also some specific courses that support the CDFS program available:

Key: Obj. = GEC Objective F = Fall S = Spring SS = Summer School

On Campus Summer Courses

C&I 410 ECHE I

C&I 411 ECHE II

CDFS 491 at Nursery School (limited #)

CDFS 491A Infant/Toddler

Online Summer Courses

CDFS 110 Families Across Life Span

CDFS 112 Intro to Marriage & Family

CDFS 210 Intro to Parenting

CDFS 211 Infant Development

CDFS 316 Nursery School Practicum

CDFS 412 Adolescent Development

CDFS 413 Contemp Issues in Fam Relation

CDFS 414 Creative Experience in Classrooms

CDFS 415 Family Interaction & Comm

CDFS 420 Art & Leadership in ECHE

CDFS 421 Dev. & Admin. of Child Care Center

CDFS 422 Business of Child Care

CDFS 423 Grant Writing

CDFS 430 Best Practices – Pre K Movement

CDFS 431 Infant Literacy & Language Dev.

CDFS 432 Early Socio-emotional Growth & Dev.

BUSA 320 Survey of Management BUSA 320 Survey of Management

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Suggested Courses for the Freshmen Entering

CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY STUDIES



Major Code: 4562

Options #1, #2, and #3

Students may choose to focus their study interest in one of four program options: (1) Pre-Kindergarten

(Pre-K) with Pre-K-K Special Needs certification (2) Pre-K certification only (3) Pre-K Child

Development with no certification and (4) Family and Youth Studies. All options have the same

General Education Curriculum (GEC) requirements. Options 1,2, and 3 prepare students to provide

leadership in the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate learning activities for

children from birth through age 8. Supervised internships at the WVU Child Development Laboratory

and in community childcare centers provide opportunities for applied learning. The student who meets

the requirements of options 1 and 2 may apply for certification in Early Childhood Education.

Fall Semester

(Select 15 - 16 Hours from these recommendations)

Course *GEC Objectives Course Number Credits

Introduction to CDFS Obj. 6 101 01

English (ENGL) Obj. 1 101 03

Mathematics (MATH) Obj. 2 121 03

Science Gr B Lec (BIOL, CHEM, GEOL) Obj. 2 GrB 03

Science Gr B Matching Lab Required GrB 01

or

Science Gr B (No Lab Required) Obj. 2 GrB 03

Child Development and Family Studies Obj. 4 110 03

Child Development and Family Studies (CDFS) 112 03

Introduction to Sociology (SOCA) Obj. 7 101 03

Electives 02

Courses to fill 1 of these 4 Objectives: 3, 5, 8 or 9 03

*GEC = General Education Curriculum

See listings of numerous courses available to fill objectives 3,5,8, or 9. If you are an advanced transfer student with 30 credits or more who needs to register for courses or a freshman with

questions or concerns following Freshman Orientation, please contact Judy Martin, CDFS Secretary, at (304) 293-6875 or

at [email protected] for assistance during the summer months when faculty are out of the office and doing fieldwork. One of the faculty members will then respond in a timely manner.

1/12/2012

mailto:Judy.Martin@mail

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FAMILY AND YOUTH STUDIES (HO93) 1/12/12

Department of Technology, Learning, and Culture-College of Human Resources & Education Name: Date enrolled in WVU: In CDFS:

YOU MUST: 1) have a total GPA of 2.5 to transfer into the CDFS program; 2) present a current TB test result card to the secretary in 507

Allen Hall to copy prior to registering for CDFS 491A; 3) earn a ―C‖ or better in all CDFS courses; 4) apply for graduation.

WVU GENERAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS

General guidelines: Total 41-43 Credits

1) Take no more than 2 courses (6-8 cr) in one discipline.









Gr. B BIOL & Lab, CHEM & Lab,GEOL & Lab (4) ___ ___

And one more Gr. B science course

(BIOL,CHEM,GEOG,GEOL)

(3-4) ___ ___

Remaining Course

CDFS 250 Research Methods. . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___



PHIL 140, POLS 102, 210, 220,RELG 102, THET 101

(3) ___ ___


CDFS 110 Families Across the Life Span . . . (3) ___ ___

COMM 100 Principles of Human Commun (1) ___ ___

COMM 102 Human Comm-Interper Context (2) ___ ___



HUM 101, 102, MUSC 170, THET 101, 102,WMST 225

(3) ___ ___


CDFS 101 Intro to Child Dev. &Fam Studies. . . . (1) ___ ___

PSYC 101 Intro to Psychology. . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

Objective 7: American Culture (Select One) Total (3 cr)

CDFS 112 Intro to Marriage & Family . . . . (3) ___ ___

SOCA 101 Intro to Sociology . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

SOCA 107 Social Problems… . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

SOWK141 Human Diversity.. . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___



HUM 101, 102, SOCA 105

(3) ___ ___



RELG 102, SOCA 105, SPAN 101, WMST 215, 245

(3) ___ ___

CHILD DEVELOPMENT & FAMILY STUDIES REQUIREMENTS

S=Spring SS=Summer F=Fall B=Both S and F

Total 33 Credits

CDFS 110 Families Across the Life Span . . .B (3) ___ ___

CDFS 112 Intro to Marriage & Family . . . . B (3) ___ ___

CDFS 210 Intro to Parenting . . . . . . . . . . . . S (3) ___ ___

CDFS 212 Early Childhood Development. . B (3) ___ ___

CDFS 412 Adolescent Development. . . . . . F (3) ___ ___

CDFS 413 Contemp Issues in Fam Relation . S (3) ___ ___

CDFS 414 Adol. Problems/Disorders S (3) ___ ___

CDFS 415 Fam Interaction & Comm. (Capstone)F(3) ___ ___

CDFS 250 Research Methods. . . . . . . . . . . . B (3) ___ ___

Total (27 cr)


CDFS 491A Community Internship. . . . . . BSS (3) ___ ___

CDFS 491A Community Internship . . . . . .BSS (3) ___ ___

Total (6 cr)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Total 33 Credits

AGEE 220 Grp Organiz/Leadership .. . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

BIOL 122 Human Sexuality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

CHPR 170 Health of the Individual. . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

COMM 112 Small Group Comm . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

EDUC 200 W. Professional Inquiry in Educ. . S (3) ___ ___

HN&F 171 Intro to Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

SOCA 233 Juvenile Delinquency. . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

SOWK 105 Social Welfare Insti. . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

SPA 270 Pub Speaking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

SPED 304 Survey of Special Education. . . . . (3) ___ ___

WMST 170 Intro to Womens Studies (3) ___ ___

Possible Electives Aprox. 22 Credits

AGEE 440 Principles of Coop Ext.. . . . . . . . . . (2) ___ ___

COMM 105 Intro to Mass Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

COMM 122 Human Comm-Contemp Soc . . . . (3) ___ ___

COMM 212 Gender and Comm. . . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

CS 101 Computer Applications . . . . . . . . (4) ___ ___

ENGL 405 Fiction for Adolescents . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

MDS 212 Intro to Gerontology. . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

MDS 220 Intro to African and

African-American Studies. . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

NSA 200 Intro to Native American Studies. . (3) ___ ___

PET (developing skills in teaching PE) . . . . (3) ___ ___

PSYC 231 Leadership & Human Relations. . . (3) ___ ___

RPTR 143 Leisure & Human Behavior. . . . . . (3) ___ ___

SOCA 221 Families & Society. . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

SOCA 223 Death & Dying. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

SOCA 240 Intro to Soc of Appalachia. . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

SOWK 151 Intro to Social Work. . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

THET 102 Acting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___

THET 461 Creative Dramatics. . . . . . . . . . . (3) ___ ___


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Family and Youth Option Electives Worksheet

When choosing electives, you may choose them randomly or work toward a minor or a certificate. Turn in your

―Advising Booklet‖ to the section on minors and certificate programs for further information.

ELECTIVES APPROX 22 CREDITS

_____ 1) Mostly transfer credits

_____ 2) Random

_____ 3) Minor in _______________________________

_____ 4) Certificate in: Disabilities Studies or Gerontology

See the last few pages of the advising booklet

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

(3) ___ ___

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Suggested Courses for the Freshmen Entering

CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY STUDIES



Major Code: 4562

Family and Youth Studies Option (HO93)

The Family and Youth option # 4 has the same General Education Curriculum (GEC) requirements as the

other 3 CDFS options. Students in the Family and Youth Studies option are prepared to plan informal

educational programs to be offered by agencies and organizations to address the development needs of

adolescents and the demands and dynamics of parenting and family relationships. Supervised internships in

community agencies provide a wide variety of opportunity for applied learning.

Fall Semester (Select 15 - 16 Hours from these recommendations)

Course *GEC Objectives Course Number Credits

Introduction to CDFS Obj. 6 101 01

English (ENGL) Obj. 1 101 03


Science Gr B Lec (BIOL, CHEM, GEOL) Obj. 2 GrB 03

Science Gr B Matching Lab Required GrB 01

or

Science Gr B (No Lab Required) Obj. 2 GrB 03


Communications (COMM) Obj. 4 100 01

Communications (COMM) Obj. 4 102 02

Introduction to Psychology (PSYC) Obj. 6 101 03

or

Introduction to Sociology (SOCA) Obj. 7 101 03

Courses to fill 2 of these 4 Objectives: 3, 5, 8 or 9 06



*GEC = General Education Curriculum

See listings of numerous courses available to fill objectives 3,5,8, or 9.

If you are an advanced transfer student with 30 credits or more who needs to register for courses or a

freshman with questions or concerns following Freshman Orientation, please contact Judy Martin, CDFS

Secretary, at (304) 293-6875 or at [email protected] for assistance during the summer months when

faculty are out of the office and doing fieldwork. One of the faculty members will then respond in a timely

manner.

mailto:[email protected]

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Options #4


FAMILY AND YOUTH (H025) Tentative Schedule of Courses Through the Senior Year


First year Second year

Credits Credits

BIOL 101 & 103 Obj.2 4

CDFS 110,112 6 Another GrB Science Obj. 2 3

COMM 100 & 102 Obj.4 3 CDFS 210 (S) 3

ENG 101(F), 102(S) Obj.1 6 CHPR 170 3

MATH 121 Obj.2 3 SPA 270 3

PSYCH 101 Obj.6 3 CDFS 250 Obj. 2 3

SOC 101 Obj.7 3 WMST 170 3

CDFS 101 Obj.6 1 Electives 7

Courses to fill 2 of these 4 Objs:

3,5,8 or 9

6 Courses to fill 2 of remaining obj. 6

Total 35 Total 31

Third Year Fourth Year

Credits Credits

AGEE 220 3 CDFS 412 (F) 3

BIOL 122 (F upcl) 3 CDFS 413 (S) 3

CDFS 212 (B) 3 CDFS 415 (F) 3

COMM 112 (B) 3 CDFS 491A (S) 3

EDUC 200 (S) 3 CDFS 491A (F) 3

HN&F 171 3 CDFS 414 (S) 3

SOWK 105 3 SOCA 233 3

SPED 304 (F) 3 Electives 9

Electives 9

Total 33 Total 30 Minimum Credits Required for Graduation 129

Key: Obj. = GEC Objective F = Fall S = Spring SS = Summer School B = Both Spring and Fall

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01/12

Academic Minors and Certificate Programs

Procedures for Declaring and Completing an Academic Minor

The following steps should be followed to assure that completion of a formal minor is

appropriately recognized and posted to the student’s transcript.

1. A student interested in completing a minor (or minors) formally declares the intent to do so

by completing a ―Declaration of Intent to Complete a Minor Field‖ form. This form is available

from the student’s major advisor or College advisement/records office. The advisor sends two

copies of the form to the College offering the minor.

2. The student works with her/his major advisor to incorporate minor requirements into schedule

planning. Students are welcome to consult with advisors in the minor department. Students who

wish to complete a minor in Women’s Studies must work with an advisor from that program.

3. When completing her/his “Application for Graduation and Diploma,” the student indicates

the minor(s) for which certification is requested.

4. The college advisement office of the student’s major certifies that all minor requirements

have been completed, and reports both major and minor certifications to Admissions and

Records on the ―Tentative Graduation List‖ form. (Women’s Studies minors are certified by

that program).

Requirements for a Minor

Requirements for academic minors are set by the department offering the minor. Substitutions

may not be made without written approval of the minor department. Courses in the minor may not be

taken pass/fail. A student may not complete a minor in her/his major field. The student must earn a

―C‖ or better in a course for it to count toward the minor.

Minors You May Want to Consider:

Communication Studies: Students may elect to complete a 15-credit-hour minor in the field of communication studies. Requirements are: COMM 100 + 102, or 104, or 112, or 122 or 303 (three

hours); COMM 105 and 306 and 308 (nine hours); COMM 305 or 309 or 316 (three hours). A

cumulative GPA of 2.0 across courses counted toward the minor is required. Minor Code: U001

Sociology: 18 credit hours, including SOCA 101 (3 hours) and 15 additional hours, nine of which must be 300-level or higher, in sociology and selected criminology courses. The following courses may be

used to fulfill requirements: SOCA 207, 221, 223, 235, 238, 304, 318, 320, 322, 323, 331, 333, 336,

337, 360, 405, 407, 440, and 463. In addition, two of the following three courses may be counted

toward minor requirements: SOCA 230, 232, and 233. Special topic courses (numbered SOCA 293 or

493) are also eligible. If a 293 or 493 course does not contain ―sociology‖ in the title, consult the

approved course list on the current students section of the Division website to verify its status as a

sociology course. An overall GPA of at least 2.0 in courses counted toward the minor is required.

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Minor Code: U033

Women's Studies: Any student admitted to an undergraduate degree program at WVU may earn a

minor in women's studies. Students are advised to design an individualized minor and may choose to

focus on an area of concentration such as feminist thought or women's health and sexuality. A grade

point average of 2.75 in 15 hours of coursework is required for the minor. Students must take WMST

170, WMST 330 or WMST 484, and 9 additional hours in women's studies courses or approved

departmental primary courses with at least nine hours in upper-division courses. The 9 additional hours

may include no more than six hours with any one prefix (WMST courses excepted), no more than one

course in the student's major, and no more than three hours of independent study or field experience.

Students are required to register with the Center for Women's Studies to enroll in the minor.

Application forms and more information about the women's studies curriculum may be obtained from

the Director, WVU Center for Women's Studies, 218 Eiesland Hall, P.O. Box 6450, Morgantown, WV

26506-6450. Telephone (304) 293-2339, ext. 1155. E-mail: [email protected]. Online at:

www.wvu.edu/~wmst. Minor Code: U035

Other Minors to Consider:

Dance: (U042)

Foreign Languages: e.g., Spanish

Sociology and Anthropology: Sociology (U033)

Speech Pathology and Audiology (U063)

Leadership Studies (U065)

Choosing and Pursuing a Certificate Program

Certificate programs that can be integrated with the Program of Child Development and Family

Studies are described here. If you have an interest in pursuing one of these certificates, discuss it with

your academic advisor. The courses that are required can be included in the electives that you choose.

Certificate Programs You May Want to Consider:

Infant and Toddler Certificate – Child Development and Family Studies

The certificate in Infant and Toddler Education can be completed with the addition of two

courses. This certificate will prepare students to work with infants and toddlers in Early Head Start,

Child Care Centers and other early childhood programs. Students must complete CDFS 110, 211, 430,

431, 432 and 491A, completing 19 credit hours in infant and toddler specializations. Please contact

Bobbie Warash for more information at [email protected] .


Students must have a Bachelor of Science (or advanced degree) in Family and Consumer

Sciences (Child Development or Birth-Pre-K, or a Regent Bachelor Degree with an Area of Emphasis

in Child Development or Early Childhood Education). The following WVU on-line courses must be

taken:

CDFS 420 The Art of Leadership and Professionalism in Child Care

CDFS 421 Developing and Administering a Child Care Center

CDFS 422 Business of Child Care

CDFS 423 External Funding for Preschool Program

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